Liverpool supporter Sean Cox, a 53-year-old Irishman, remains in critical condition after being attacked close to Anfield by visiting supporters before last week’s semi-final, first leg.

Around 5,000 Liverpool fans are expected to attend and authorities fear rival gangs could clash from Tuesday evening when many Reds fans begin arriving in the Italian capital.

British police are in Rome backing up their Italian counterparts with city authorities saying 1,000 officers are being deployed around the Stadio Olimpico in addition to a further 2,000 throughout the city.

Furthermore, there will be a complete alcohol ban, as well as a huge crackdown on fake tickets.

“If the details on your ticket and passport do not match, you will be refused entry to the ground by Italian authorities,” said Charnock.

Liverpool fans have been warned to use shuttle buses and not to leave the Stadio Olimpico on foot.

“Under no circumstances should supporters attempt to walk,” the club warned.

– ‘Stab city’ –

The club have also told fans to respect public monuments in the capital, to avoid street drinking which is prohibited, and stay clear of the Ponte Milvio and Ponte Duca d’Aoste, two bridges near the stadium.

Fans have also been told to avoid areas of the north of the city on match day, and to expect a long wait before being allowed to leave the stadium.